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Tuberculosis is a contagious disease that usually affects the lungs, but sometimes also other parts of the body such as kidneys, lymph nodes, and bones. In the past, tuberculosis …
Graves’ disease is associated with hyperthyroidism, which can have more or less important effects on the functioning of the cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular, endocrine, and nervous systems. Definition of Graves’ …
What is Shingles? Shingles is a painful, viral skin disease due to the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). The initial infection of VZV is chickenpox, and once that …
What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is widespread in the USA, Europe, Russia, and the Far East. It is caused by a spirochete, i.e., …
Jock itch, also known as tinea cruris, Eczema marginatum, crotch itch, crotch rot, dhobi itch, gym itch, jock rot, scrot rot is a common dermatological condition caused by Trichophyton …
Key Takeaways: Common Culprits: Candida albicans causes most infections, but drug-resistant strains like C. auris (90% fluconazole-resistant) are rising globally. Affected Areas: Infections target the vagina (75% of women …
Hepatitis: Causes, Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Many people are aware of a condition known as hepatitis. However, most do not know what risks it could pose to health or …
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) is a procedure that reshapes the cornea to improve visual acuity. It is one of the most popular refractive procedures in the world, and it …
Damage to the nerves is a common complication of diabetes, known as “diabetic neuropathy” or “neuritis. It is often diagnosed late because the onset is silent or even without …
Syphilis can be a fatal infection. This is despite the fact that there are effective treatments available for it. The real danger in the incidence of this disease is …
